Explosives Regulations, 2013

237(1) When power device cartridges are stored in a dwelling, they must be stored away from flammable substances and sources of ignition, in a manner that protects them from theft and ensures that access to them is limited to people authorized by the user.

Marginal note:Storage requirements — storage unit

(2) When power device cartridges are stored in a Footnote *storage unit,

(a) the storage unit must be located in a dry place, away from flammable substances and sources of ignition;

(b) the storage unit must be constructed and maintained to prevent unauthorized access and to protect the contents from weather;

(c) if the storage unit is a container, it must not impede exit in case of fire;

(d) if the storage unit is not a container, all exits must be kept unobstructed;

(e) any shelving in the storage unit must be made from a non-sparking material (for example, wood or painted metal);

(f) nothing other than power device cartridges may be stored in the storage unit;

(h) the storage unit must be kept clean, dry, organized and free of grit;

(i) any spill, leakage or other contamination in the storage unit must be cleaned up immediately;

(j) precautions that minimize the likelihood of fire in or near the storage unit must be taken; and

(k) a sign that displays the words “Danger — Fire Hazard/Risque d’incendie” in letters at least 10 cm high and that prohibits smoking using letters, or a symbol, at least 10 cm high must be posted on the storage unit in a clearly visible location.